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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Why does Frank regret not taking the postal exam?
2. What does Frank give Michael when he comes to visit in Chapter 14?
3. Why is Frank shown more respect by his classmates in Chapter 11?
4. Why is Frank nervous about delivering the telegram to Theresa Carmody's house?
5. Why is Frank ashamed of Angela at the end of Chapter 10?
Short Essay Questions
1. Describe Frank's experience delivering telegrams to the Carmody house in Chapter 15. How is he feeling? Was this an expected occurrence?
2. In Chapter 13, the reader sees just how strained the relationship between Frank and Laman has become. Why do you think their relationship is the way it is?
3. Why is Frank's job with John Hannon in Chapter 11 a mixed blessing?
4. Why do you think Frank attempts to baptize Mrs. Harrington in Chapter 16?
5. Describe the circumstances under which Angela and her family are evicted.
6. How does the time Frank spends in the library in Chapter 14 reading a predictor of his future profession?
7. Why does Frank regret not taking the postal exam in Chapter 18?
8. Why is Frank hesitant to tell Angela about his job for Mrs. Finucane in Chapter 16?
9. Malachy returns home temporarily to care for the children, but his visit is short-lived. How do you feel about this? Should he have stayed longer? What does his visit tell you about the dynamics of the family?
10. Discuss Frank's relationship with John Hannon in Chapter 11.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Based on what you have read in the book, compare and contrast the roles of women and men in Ireland during the Great Depression.
Essay Topic 2
Angela seems to have a love/hate relationship with her extended family. Examine this relationship, and give examples showing the dynamic of their relationship.
Essay Topic 3
Why did Frank McCourt write "Angela's Ashes"? Consider what Frank's purpose for writing his memoir might be, and support your ideas with examples from the text.
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